Wallpaper - Paisley Universe

Created by Danhui Nai, our Paisley Universe wallpaper brings an expressive, layered interpretation of traditional paisley motifs to the wall. The design weaves swirling teardrop shapes, stylized floral rosettes, and delicate decorative flourishes over a painterly background of fern greens, earthy rust, warm ochre, and soft slate blue. What we particularly like is the watercolor-like, hand-painted appearance of the brushwork, giving the intricate patterns a relaxed, bohemian rhythm with plenty of artistic movement. Produced as custom made-to-measure mural wallpapers, this PVC-free design features a subtle structure in the paper that complements its rich visual texture.

In the room

With its fluid motion and detailed decorative scale, we love this design as a striking feature wall in an eclectic living room, a dedicated art studio, or a quiet meditation space. The varied size of the paisley forms creates constant interest across a larger, uninterrupted wall, such as behind a low sofa or a reading bench. In rooms with ample natural daylight, the subtler washes of green and slate blue in the background balance the brighter pops of orange, turquoise, and pink across the motifs.

Styling it

Because Paisley Universe has a dense, expressive character, we suggest keeping the surrounding furniture relatively grounded to let the wall mural carry the visual energy.

• Pair the wallpaper with warm wood furniture, such as teak or vintage walnut, which naturally echoes the earthy rust and gold undertones in the artwork.
• Balance the detailed pattern by choosing solid, tactile textiles in smooth weaves, muted linen, or brushed cotton rather than introducing competing graphic prints.
• Incorporate simple ceramic pieces or muted brass accents to highlight the artisanal, 1970s-inspired feel of the composition.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper is grounded in a foundation of fern green, deep teal, and warm terracotta, overlaid with bright decorative touches of sky blue, marigold, coral, and soft rose. When choosing paint colors for adjacent walls or woodwork, a deep olive or muted sage will pull out the moody depth of the background and create a cozy, enveloping atmosphere. Alternatively, soft warm neutrals like plaster, warm stone, or washed clay allow the vibrant paisley elements to remain the main focal point of the room.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are custom made-to-measure based on your exact wall dimensions. Printing to your specific measurements helps reduce unnecessary excess paper compared to standard rolls. Our wallpapers are PVC-free, have a subtle physical structure in the paper surface, and are designed to be straightforward and easy to hang.